Pasta Carbonara Recipe
Spaghetti with creamy sauce, pancetta, and parmesan.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Spaghetti
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti and set it aside.
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
While the pasta cooks, chop the pancetta into small pieces and mince the garlic. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, and heavy cream until well combined. Season with salt and black pepper.
Cooking
- 3
Cook the Pancetta
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the chopped pancetta and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic for the last minute of cooking, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- 4
Finishing
- 5
Serve
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and black pepper. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and freshly cracked black pepper if desired.
